Emma vs Ursula

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ursula

Girl #5,225 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"little bear, she-bear"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English German Scandinavian Italian Polish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,225
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Ulla, Ursi, Urs

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Ursula Rank #5,225

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #5225 for Ursula.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emma ___

  • Emma Rose
  • Emma Grace
  • Emma Jane
  • Emma Louise
  • Emma Kate
  • Emma Marie

Ursula ___

  • Ursula Marie
  • Ursula Claire
  • Ursula Louise
  • Ursula Anne
  • Ursula Helena
  • Ursula Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Ursula

Hildegard Beatrice Ingrid Rolf Hugo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Ursula more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Ursula at #5225 in the United States.

What do Emma and Ursula mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Ursula means "little bear, she-bear" (Latin origin).

Are Emma and Ursula boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Ursula is primarily a girl name.

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